Grain Dummy Fort - Grain kent

Grain Dummy Fort

Date:   September

Location: Grain

Demolished:  No

The fort, completed in 1865, was out of service by World War I. It briefly functioned as an anti-aircraft defense system before being abandoned. During its demolition, the fort was significantly damaged. Originally equipped with a 6-inch rifle breach gun, it was renamed from Grain Battery to Dummy Fort in 1905.

Although navigating the site can be challenging, visitors can spend about 30 to 40 minutes exploring, taking photographs, and filming. It's worth mentioning that the power station visible in the accompanying photo has since been demolished.

 A view from the dummy fort to the " Grain battery Tower"

 

 

 

Randon boatwreck - Rainham Kent

Randon Boat Ship Wreck 

Date:   September

Location:  Rainham Kent

Demolished:  yes

There is no historical information available about this boat. It is a well-known vessel that is often photographed at Riverside Country Park. It has been there for as long as I can remember.

Shipwreck Riverside - Rainham Kent

Shipwreck Riverside

Date:  September 2014

Location: Rainahm kent

Demolished:  No

Sadly, I do not know much about this famous boat that has been by the riverside for as long as I can remember. Many people have taken photographs of it.

 

Horrid Hill cement works Remains - Rainham Kent

Horrid Hill Cement Works Remains 

Date:   September

Location: riverside Kent

Demolished:  No

The Horrid Hill, which dates back to at least 1902, was formerly part of a cement works and is now accessible to the public as part of Riverside Country Park.